The terms of vice president Jackie McKinsey and Dolores Brooks are up. Tuesday was the first day of filing for the April election. It's unclear if both will seek re-election. The top two vote getters win seats on the board.

"It's amazing how OTC has impacted so many people’s lives in the Ozarks," said Layman in a statement Tuesday. "It is also very exciting to see how far OTC has come in recent years. I really feel the possibilities are unlimited for the college, along with its faculty, students and graduates. It would be an honor for me to be a part of such a respected and established institution," he added.

Layman is a senior vice president and wealth advisor at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Springfield Missouri. He's also a Republican fundraiser and is aiding the 7th District Congressional campaign of auctioneer Billy Long.